State Issues

DCA Commissioner Announces NJ HOMES Choice Technical Assistance 

On Friday, April 25, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Commissioner Jacquelyn Suárez announced the NJ HOMES Choice Technical Assistance and RFP process.  

Read more: DCA Commissioner announces NJ HOMES Choice Technical Assistance 

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, 609-695-3841, x116.

Lunch & Learn Recap: Energy Tax Receipts and Public Notices 

On Thursday, April 24, the League hosted a Lunch & Learn webinar concerning Energy Tax Receipts and Public Notices.   

Read more: Lunch & Learn Recap: Energy Tax Receipts and Public Notices 

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, 609-695-3841, x116.

DCA Commissioner Testifies on FY26 Budget to Senate 

On Tuesday, April 29, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Commissioner Jacquelyn Suárez testified before the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on the proposed State FY2026 budget. 

Read more: DCA Commissioner Testifies on FY26 Budget to Senate 

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, 609-695-3841, x116.

Lunch & Learn: Municipal Land Use Preemption 

On May 6 at 12:00 p.m., join the League for a Lunch & Learn webinar about advocacy efforts to protect local municipal land use decisions.

Read more: Lunch & Learn: Municipal Land Use Preemption 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Adopt Sample Resolution Urging Restoration of Energy Tax Receipts

The League is once again calling on the Governor and Legislature to fully fund the Energy Tax Receipts Property Tax Relief Act. Please consider adopting the sample resolution calling for the full restoration of Energy Tax Receipts.

Read more: Adopt Sample Resolution Urging Restoration of Energy Tax Receipts

Contacts: Lori Buckelew, Deputy Executive Director, lbuckelew@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x112 or Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, 609-695-3841, x116.

Adopt Resolution Supporting Local Land Use Authority  

The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee advanced SCS-1408, which authorizes the conversion of certain office parks and retail centers to mixed-use developments. Please adopt the sample resolution affirming support for local land use decisions.    

Read more: Adopt Resolution Supporting Local Land Use Authority   

Contact: Mike Cerra, Executive Director, mcerra@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x120.

Federal Issues

Federal Grants - DOJ Grants Cancelled & DOT Grant Reminder 

Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the cancellation of multiple federal grant programs. In addition, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a reminder that all recipients of federal transportation grants must comply with federal laws. 

Read more: Federal Grants - DOJ Grants Cancelled & DOT Grant Reminder 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Waters of the U.S. Listening Session for Local Government 

The U.S. EPA and Army Corp of Engineers are hosting a listening session for local governments on May 6 from 3 p.m.–5 p.m. to share your perspectives on the waters of the United States.  

Read more: Waters of the U.S. Listening Session for Local Government 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Grant Opportunity: School Violence Prevention Program 

The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office)  has announced $73 million in funding for the School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) Grant for FY25. 

Read more: School Violence Prevention Program 

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

Also of Interest

GFOA Women At Work Conference 

The GFOA will hold its Women at Work conference on Friday, May 16, at the Trenton Country Club. Registration is required.  

Read more: GFOA Women At Work Conference